Pizza & Side Hugs
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Pizza & Side Hugs
Confirmation Series: Elements of Confirmation Prep
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In this episode of Pizza & Side Hugs, the hosts begin their Confirmation series by tackling the subject of Confirmation preparation. The discussion highlights key elements of this Sacramental prep, such as the true purpose and meaning of Confirmation, organization, and connection with families and their youth. The hosts also share memorable Confirmation stories and unusual prep challenges. Listen now!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Confirmation Prep
01:23 Memorable Confirmation Stories
04:50 Unusual Prep Challenges
06:40 The Joy of Confirmation Day
10:10 Confirmation and Pentecost
12:36 Why Confirmation Feels Hard
13:47 It’s Not a Graduation
20:18 Confirmation as Mission Work
21:27 Preaching the Gospel Clearly
23:54 Leading With Hope
25:12 More Than a Checklist
27:35 Going Out to Families
29:09 Don’t Teach Everything at Once
32:07 Mission Needs Organization
35:21 Organization as Pastoral Care
43:20 Diocesan Support and Resources
46:46 What’s Next in the Series
Links
Confirmation Guidelines for the Archdiocese of Indianapolis: files.ecatholic.com/39343/documents/2026/2/Confirmation-Guidelines.pdf?t=1770716753000
Confirmation Mass Preparation Guidelines for the Archdiocese of Indianapolis: files.ecatholic.com/39343/documents/2026/2/2025ConfirmationMassPreparationHandbook.pdf?t=1770716775000
Archdiocese of Indianapolis Office of Worship: archindy.org/worship
Archdiocese of Indianapolis Office of Youth Ministry: archindyym.com
Archdiocese of Indianapolis Office of Catechesis: archindy.org/catechesis
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